Majhkhan Theke (Bengali Version)
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Author: Sekhar Basu
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Publisher: The Cafe Table
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Language: Bengali
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ISBN: 9789348607843
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Pages: 168
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Format: Hardcover
About the Book
Majhkhan Theke is an important collection of short stories by Sekhar Basu, one of the leading voices of the influential 1960s Bengali literary movement known as the “anti-structural short story” (Shastrabirodhi Chhotogolpo), centered around the magazine Ei Doshok. This collection represents Basu’s distinctive narrative style and his deep engagement with experimental storytelling.
The stories included in this volume were originally published between 1970 and 1981 in various renowned literary magazines. Among them, the story Tangi, first published in Desh, marked Basu’s debut and received widespread acclaim. Its significance was recognized internationally, leading to translations and features in other literary publications. Several other stories from this collection were also translated into multiple languages, highlighting the universal appeal of his writing.
The title story Majhkhan Theke was particularly praised by eminent literary figures. Noted poet Shankha Ghosh described it as a powerful narrative capable of expressing profound meaning through subtle suggestion. Similarly, renowned writer Jyotirindra Nandi acknowledged Sekhar Basu as one of the most promising young writers of his time.
This collection captures the spirit of a transformative period in Bengali literature, presenting stories that explore human relationships, psychological depth, and social realities with originality and intensity. With its re-publication by The Cafe Table, this classic work is once again available for readers to rediscover the brilliance of Sekhar Basu’s storytelling.
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Majhkhan Theke (Bengali Version)
Majhkhan Theke (Bengali Version)
Book Details
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Author: Sekhar Basu
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Publisher: The Cafe Table
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Language: Bengali
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ISBN: 9789348607843
-
Pages: 168
-
Format: Hardcover
About the Book
Majhkhan Theke is an important collection of short stories by Sekhar Basu, one of the leading voices of the influential 1960s Bengali literary movement known as the “anti-structural short story” (Shastrabirodhi Chhotogolpo), centered around the magazine Ei Doshok. This collection represents Basu’s distinctive narrative style and his deep engagement with experimental storytelling.
The stories included in this volume were originally published between 1970 and 1981 in various renowned literary magazines. Among them, the story Tangi, first published in Desh, marked Basu’s debut and received widespread acclaim. Its significance was recognized internationally, leading to translations and features in other literary publications. Several other stories from this collection were also translated into multiple languages, highlighting the universal appeal of his writing.
The title story Majhkhan Theke was particularly praised by eminent literary figures. Noted poet Shankha Ghosh described it as a powerful narrative capable of expressing profound meaning through subtle suggestion. Similarly, renowned writer Jyotirindra Nandi acknowledged Sekhar Basu as one of the most promising young writers of his time.
This collection captures the spirit of a transformative period in Bengali literature, presenting stories that explore human relationships, psychological depth, and social realities with originality and intensity. With its re-publication by The Cafe Table, this classic work is once again available for readers to rediscover the brilliance of Sekhar Basu’s storytelling.
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Book Details
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Author: Sekhar Basu
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Publisher: The Cafe Table
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Language: Bengali
-
ISBN: 9789348607843
-
Pages: 168
-
Format: Hardcover
About the Book
Majhkhan Theke is an important collection of short stories by Sekhar Basu, one of the leading voices of the influential 1960s Bengali literary movement known as the “anti-structural short story” (Shastrabirodhi Chhotogolpo), centered around the magazine Ei Doshok. This collection represents Basu’s distinctive narrative style and his deep engagement with experimental storytelling.
The stories included in this volume were originally published between 1970 and 1981 in various renowned literary magazines. Among them, the story Tangi, first published in Desh, marked Basu’s debut and received widespread acclaim. Its significance was recognized internationally, leading to translations and features in other literary publications. Several other stories from this collection were also translated into multiple languages, highlighting the universal appeal of his writing.
The title story Majhkhan Theke was particularly praised by eminent literary figures. Noted poet Shankha Ghosh described it as a powerful narrative capable of expressing profound meaning through subtle suggestion. Similarly, renowned writer Jyotirindra Nandi acknowledged Sekhar Basu as one of the most promising young writers of his time.
This collection captures the spirit of a transformative period in Bengali literature, presenting stories that explore human relationships, psychological depth, and social realities with originality and intensity. With its re-publication by The Cafe Table, this classic work is once again available for readers to rediscover the brilliance of Sekhar Basu’s storytelling.
